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THE OFFICIAL NHPAPLAYING RULES, REQUIREMENTS, GUIDELINES, AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SPORT OF HORSESHOE PITCHING (aka The RGS Book) Published by The National Horseshoe Pitchers Association (NHPA) (Revised on January 1, 2019) I. PLAYING RULES This section explains the playing rules of horseshoes and may
Horseshoes is a classic outdoor game played with horseshoes and stakes. Players aim to throw horseshoes around a stake in the ground, scoring points based on how close the horseshoes land. Here are the detailed rules for playing horseshoes:
Quick guide: Horseshoe court dimensions: 48 x 6 feet. Horseshoe pitchers box dimensions: 72 by 72 inches. Horseshoe pit dimensions: 31-36 inches wide and 43-72 inches deep. Distance between stakes: 40 feet.
official (legal) horseshoe must be sanctioned and approved by the NHPA and must pass the following maximum weight and measurement standards. (there are no minimum standards): 1) It shall not weigh more than 2 pounds, 10 ounces; 2) it shall not exceed 7-1/4 inches in width, 7-5/8 inches in length and, on a
1 wrz 2023 · This guide covers everything you need to know about horseshoes, from court setup and pitching techniques to scoring and gameplay rules. Ideal for beginners learning the basics or seasoned players brushing up on skills.
SPECIFICATIONS – The Specifications Section includes information about specific measurement requirements for equipment and for court layout (including Covered and Indoor Courts), the sanctioning of horseshoes and courts, and the allowable repairs for horseshoes.
1. Any shoe must be within one horseshoe-width (measured across the outside of the open end of the shoe) of the stake to be considered for points. (Official rules call for 6 inches max).
